Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer at Adkan Service Nigeria Limited

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Oct 27, 2026, 8:07 AM

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Adkan Service Nigeria Limited is a wholly indigenous construction company with a bias of undertaking construction projects essentially within the country. The reason for this nationalistic and patriotic bent is to join hands with others of like minds in other specialised fields in making Nigeria not only the pride of other nations but a reference point in Architectural designs and brilliantly executed construction projects. In furtherance of this mission statement, it is worth stating that all our completed projects can stand the test of time and can also compete favourably with similar projects elsewhere in the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The ideal candidate must have strong practical experience in building electrical services, power distribution, lighting systems, backup power solutions, and estate-wide electrical infrastructure.

Adkan Group is seeking a highly competent, experienced, and results-driven Electrical Engineer with expertise in building services, electrical installations, and estate infrastructure development to join our project development team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design review, planning, supervision, installation, testing, commissioning, and coordination of electrical systems across residential estates, high-rise buildings, terraces, duplexes, commercial properties, and large-scale real estate developments.

The candidate must also be capable of coordinating effectively with structural and civil engineers, mechanical engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, and project managers to ensure safe, reliable, energy-efficient, and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Design and Building Services:
• Ensure that electrical designs and installations comply with approved drawings, applicable standards, and project specifications.
• Oversee the installation of power distribution systems, lighting, socket outlets, earthing, bonding, and lightning protection systems.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate electrical designs, layouts, drawings, technical specifications, and equipment schedules for residential and commercial building projects.
• Review electrical load calculations, cable sizing, circuit protection, distribution boards, and other electrical design requirements.
• Supervise electrical installations in high-rise buildings, duplexes, terraces, apartments, and other property developments.
• Identify and resolve electrical design issues, installation conflicts, and technical challenges during construction.
• Estate Electrical Infrastructure and Power Distribution:
• Monitor installation quality and ensure that electrical infrastructure meets approved technical requirements and project standards.
• Review electrical infrastructure layouts and coordinate cable routes, equipment locations, access requirements, and utility interfaces.
• Support the planning and implementation of reliable power distribution solutions for residential estates.
• Coordinate electrical infrastructure works for residential estates and multi-building developments.
• Supervise the installation of estate-wide power distribution networks, transformers, substations, switchgear, distribution panels, and associated equipment where applicable.
• Liaise with relevant electricity distribution companies, utility providers, consultants, and other stakeholders on power supply requirements and connections.
• Coordinate the provision of electrical infrastructure for roads, street lighting, security installations, common areas, and estate facilities.
• Backup Power and Energy Systems:
• Coordinate solar photovoltaic installations and related electrical systems where required.
• Ensure that backup power systems are properly installed, tested, commissioned, and documented.
• Supervise the installation and integration of generators, automatic transfer switches, inverters, battery storage systems, and other backup power solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, system reliability, and operating cost-effectiveness.
• Review equipment capacities, electrical loads, changeover arrangements, and system integration requirements.
• Site Supervision and Construction Coordination:
• Ensure that installations follow approved drawings, technical specifications, installation procedures, and safety requirements.
• Review materials and equipment submitted for approval to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify clashes between electrical installations and other building services and recommend practical solutions.
• Monitor work schedules, material requirements, workmanship, and project milestones.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor the quality and progress of electrical works.
• Supervise electrical contractors, subcontractors, technicians, and installation teams.
• Coordinate electrical works with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, and architectural activities.
• Monitor the installation of conduits, cable trays, trunking, cables, panels, electrical fittings, and related equipment.
• Testing, Commissioning, and Quality Assurance:
• Support the preparation of operation and maintenance manuals for completed projects.
• Verify the operation of distribution boards, protective devices, generators, transfer switches, lighting systems, and other installed equipment.
• Identify electrical defects, installation failures, and non-compliance issues and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Ensure appropriate insulation resistance, continuity, earthing, polarity, protection, and functional tests are conducted.
• Maintain inspection records, test results, commissioning reports, as-built drawings, and handover documentation.
• Plan and supervise electrical testing and commissioning before system handover.
• Project Coordination and Technical Reporting:
• Monitor progress against approved schedules and report potential delays, technical risks, and resource constraints.
• Prepare regular progress reports, site inspection reports, technical assessments, and recommendations for management.
• Provide technical input for electrical material schedules, procurement planning, project budgets, and construction programmes.
• Support cost-effective decision-making without compromising safety, quality, or system performance.
• Participate in technical meetings, site coordination meetings, project reviews, and progress assessments.
• Coordinate electrical engineering activities across multiple construction and estate development projects.
• Work closely with project managers, civil and structural engineers, mechanical engineers, architects, quantity surveyors, consultants, and contractors.
• Electrical Safety and Regulatory Compliance:
• Identify electrical hazards and ensure appropriate risk controls are implemented.
• Coordinate required inspections, approvals, and documentation with relevant authorities and utility providers.
• Ensure that proper earthing, circuit protection, isolation, and electrical safety procedures are followed.
• Ensure that electrical installations comply with applicable Nigerian electrical regulations, relevant engineering standards, and project requirements.
• Enforce safe working practices during electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Qualifications and Experience
• Knowledge of applicable Nigerian electrical standards, regulations, and construction site safety requirements.
• Demonstrable experience in electrical installations for high-rise buildings, duplexes, terraces, residential estates, or commercial developments.
• Ability to read, interpret, and review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and technical schedules.
• Practical experience with transformers, substations, switchgear, distribution panels, generators, and backup power systems will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in building construction, estate development, electrical infrastructure, or building services engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant electrical design software; knowledge of Revit MEP will be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, electrical wiring, lighting, earthing, lightning protection, and circuit protection systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate contractors, and meet project deadlines.
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, reporting, and project coordination skills.
• Experience coordinating estate-wide electrical infrastructure and utility connections.
• Professional registration with COREN or eligibility for registration will be an advantage.
• Understanding of electrical testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and quality control procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Preferred Candidate Profile
• The ideal candidate will have:
• The ability to troubleshoot technical problems and recommend safe, practical, and cost-effective solutions.
• Practical experience coordinating electrical works from design review through installation, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A strong portfolio of electrical engineering projects involving residential buildings and estate developments.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary construction teams and managing electrical subcontractors.
• A proactive approach to project coordination, technical documentation, and timely project delivery.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship and electrical safety.
• What We Offer
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated competence.
• Opportunities for technical growth and professional development.
• A professional and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to major residential, commercial, and estate development projects.
• How to Apply
• Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
• [email protected]
• using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
• Note:
• Candidates are encouraged to mention relevant projects handled and their specific responsibilities.
• Applicants should highlight their experience in building electrical installations, estate power distribution, electrical infrastructure, backup power systems, site supervision, and multidisciplinary project coordination.
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